CURT 18109 Folding Tray Carrier vs CURT 18112 Aluminum Carrier with Ramp

Last updated: October 31, 2026

The CURT 18109 Folding Tray Carrier is the better carrier overall, rated 4.0 to 3.5. The CURT 18109 Folding Tray Carrier leads on value. The CURT 18112 Aluminum Carrier with Ramp wins on features. The CURT 18109 Folding Tray Carrier costs $325 less ($154.99 vs $479.99).

CURT 18109 Folding Tray Carrier vs CURT 18112 Aluminum Carrier with Ramp

Prices were last checked October 31, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.

Which should you buy?

Scores side by side

Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every hitch carriers carrier; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.

Factor weightCURT 18109 Folding Tray CarrierCURT 18112 Aluminum Carrier with Ramp
Overall rating4.0/53.5/5
Value 30%98 $31 per 100 lb of rated load ($154.99, 500 lb)28 $96 per 100 lb of rated load ($479.99, 500 lb)
Capacity 20%67 500 lb load rating67 500 lb load rating
Weight 15%50 weight not published (neutral score used)50 weight not published (neutral score used)
Features 20%35 folds up65 folds up, anti-rattle
Warranty 15%100 limited lifetime warranty100 limited lifetime warranty

Specifications

CURT 18109 Folding Tray CarrierCURT 18112 Aluminum Carrier with Ramp
Capacity
TypeHitch basket or platformHitch basket or platform
Load rating500 lb500 lb
Cargo area60 x 20 x 2.8 in50 x 30.5 x 4 in
Build
MaterialSteelAluminum
Finishpowder coatpowder coat
Fits receiver2 in2 in
Features
Folds upYesYes
Tilts for hatch accessNoNo
Anti-rattleNoYes
Net or straps includedNoNo
WarrantyLimited lifetimeLimited lifetime

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